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The Blue Sweep, Youngkin's Legacy, and 2025 In Review
In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:
Kate Seltzer of the Virginian-Pilot, covering open questions about the state's Homeland Security Task Force.
Marcus Schmidt of the Virginia Mercury, covering the purple caucus in this year's General Assembly.
Jahd Khalil of VPM News, covering the blue sweep in the 2025 election.
Plus cannabis legislation, animal stories, and Governor Youngkin's legacy.
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